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Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, January 10, 2024
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Agenda
Meeting agenda is available here: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/.
Materials for the “General Tribal Council” section of the agenda, if any, are available to enrolled members
of the Oneida Nation; to obtain a copy, visit the Government Administrative Office, 1st floor, Norbert Hill
Center and present a valid Tribal I.D. or go to https://goo.gl/uLp2jE. Scheduled times are subject to
change.
I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
OPENING
A.
Special recognition - Lifetime achievement - Lois J. Powless and Wendell McLester
(11:00 a.m.)
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
IV.
OATH OF OFFICE
A.
Oneida Election Board - Stephanie Metoxen
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Justine Huff, Mary King
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Oneida Nation School Board - Teresa Schuman
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
D.
Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee - Eric Boulanger, Ronald King, Jr.,
Julie King, Michelle Madl
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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VI.
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MINUTES
A.
Approve the December 13, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Approve the December 15, 2023, special Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
C.
Approve the December 21, 2023, special Business Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification
and Community Development Funds for a Donation of $35,000 to the Safe Shelter,
Inc
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Lois June Powless for Lifetime Achievements
and Contributions to the Oneida Nation
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
C.
Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Wendell William McLester for Lifetime
Achievements and Contributions to the Oneida Nation
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
D.
Adopt resolution entitled 2023 Tribal Cyber Security Grant Application Authorization
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
E.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC resolution # 12-1923-A Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing
Committees
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
APPOINTMENTS
A.
Determine next steps regarding three (3) vacancies - Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs
Committee
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
B.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved amendment to the
December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa Schuman to the Oneida Nation School
Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2024
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
B.
IX.
1.
Accept the December 14, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
2.
Accept the December 28, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
3.
Review recommendation from the Finance Committee regarding BC
Resolution # 04-08-20-K and determine next steps
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the December 6, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
2.
Accept the December 20, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee
meeting minutes
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
TRAVEL REPORTS
A.
X.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Approve the travel report - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Tribal Nations Tourism
Discovery Meeting - Twin Cities, MN - November 27-29, 2023
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Kirby Metoxen - Native American Tourism
of Wisconsin (NATOW) Gala - Mole Lake, WI - February 2-3, 2024
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
B.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Jameson Wilson - U.S. Department of
Energy Tribal Clean Energy Summit - Temecula, CA - February 26-29, 2024
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
C.
Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - Indian Health
Services (IHS) Tribal Self Governance Advisory Committee meeting - Washington,
D.C. - February 20-23, 2024
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
D.
Approve the travel request - Councilwoman Jennifer Webster - National Indian Head
Start Association Conference - Billings, MT - June 23-28, 2024
Sponsor: Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
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E.
Enter the e-poll results intro the record regarding the approved travel request for
Secretary Lisa Liggins to attend Testimony on two (2) state bills in Madison, WI on
December 19-20, 2023
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
F.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Councilman Kirby Metoxen to attend the Native American Tourism of Wisconsin
(NATOW) & Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council (GLITC) Meeting - Lac Du Flambeau, WI
– January 10-11
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Approve two (2) requested actions - CDC # 23-113 Oneida Judicial Center Safety
Upgrades
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
B.
Approve concept paper - CDC # 24-103 Cora House Park Renovations
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
C.
Review tribal member request regarding Handyman Program and determine next
steps
Sponsor: Connor Kestell, Tribal Member
D.
Approve the standing committee charter entitled On?yote?a?ká ni?i Project Plan
Workgroup
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
B.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel Report
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
2.
Accept the General Manager report
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
3.
Accept the Treasurer's October 2023 report
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
4.
Accept the Treasurer's November 2023 report
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Swisher Venture Agreement
2024 - file # 2023-1254
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager
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2.
Review the Alternate Standards to 25 C.F.R. § 547 and determine appropriate
next steps
Sponsor: Mark A. Powless, Sr., Chair/Oneida Gaming Commission
3.
Review applications for three (3) vacancies - Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs
Committee
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
ADJOURN
Posted on the Oneida Nation’s official website, www.oneida-nsn.gov pursuant to the Open Records and
Open Meetings law (§ 107.14.)
The meeting packet of the open session materials for this meeting is available by going to the Oneida
Nation’s official website at: oneida-nsn.gov/government/business-committee/agendas-packets/
For information about this meeting, please call the Government Administrative Office at (920) 869-4364 or
(800) 236-2214
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Oneida Election Board - Stephanie Metoxen
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
January 2, 2024
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board
Background
On December 13, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Stephanie Metoxen to
the Oneida Election Board.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee - Justine Huff, Mary King
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Shannon Davis, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
SDAVIS
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
January 2, 2024
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Election Board Ad-Hoc Committee
Background
On December 13, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Justine Huff and Mary
King to the Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Nation School Board - Teresa Schuman
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Bonnie Pigman, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
BPIGMAN
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
January 2, 2024
RE:
Oath of Office – Oneida Nation School Board
Background
On December 13, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Teresa Schuman to the
Oneida Nation School Board.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee - Eric Boulanger, Ronald King, Jr., Julie King, Michelle Ma
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Bonnie Pigman, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
BPIGMAN
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
January 2, 2024
RE:
Oath of Office – Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee
Background
On December 13, 2023, the Oneida Business Committee appointed Eric Boulanger, Ronald
King Jr., Julie King and Michelle Madl to the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Approve the December 13, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
CELLIS1
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DRAFT
Oneida Business Committee
Executive Session
8:30 AM Tuesday, December 12, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Regular Meeting
8:30 AM Wednesday, December 13, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members:
Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Councilwoman Jennifer Webster;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House, Melinda J. Danforth (via Microsoft Teams1), Keith Doxtator, Mark W.
Powless (via Microsoft Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Nathan King (via Microsoft
Teams), Jeff Bowman (via Microsoft Teams), John Breuninger (via Microsoft Teams), Jeanne Calhoun
(via Microsoft Teams), Susan House (via Microsoft Teams), Joe Hanrahan (via Microsoft Teams), Kristine
Hill;
REGULAR MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Councilwoman Jennifer Webster;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo A. House, Keith Doxtator, Melinda J. Danforth, Mark W. Powless, Todd Vanden
Heuvel (via Microsoft Teams), Katsitsiyo Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Kaylynn Gresham (via Microsoft
Teams), Justin Nishimoto (via Microsoft Teams), Danelle Wilson (via Microsoft Teams), Rhiannon
Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Janice Decorah (via Microsoft Teams), David P. Jordan (via Microsoft
Teams), Fawn Billie (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via Microsoft Teams), Maureen Perkins (via
Microsoft Teams), Clorissa Leeman (via Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers (via Microsoft Teams), RaLinda
Ninham-Lamberies (via Microsoft Teams), Rae Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Bobbi Webster, Lisa
Duff (via Microsoft Teams), Grace Elliot (via Microsoft Teams), Carolyn Salutz (via Microsoft Teams),
Maureen Metoxen (via Microsoft Teams), Melanie Burkhart (via Microsoft Teams), Lori Hill (via Microsoft
Teams), Tina Jorgensen, Debra Danforth (via Microsoft Teams), Jacqueline Smith, Deborah
Thundercloud, Ann McCotter, Carolyn Skenandore, Garth Webster, Patricia Denny, Nathan Villarreal (via
Microsoft Teams), Joyce King (via Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Patricia King (via
Microsoft Teams), Debbie Melchert (via Microsoft Teams), Brooke Doxtator, Shannon Davis (via Microsoft
Teams), Carol Silva (via Microsoft Teams), Jeanne Calhoun (via Microsoft Teams), Jeff House (via
Microsoft Teams), Jeff Bowman (via Microsoft Teams), Ray Skenandore, Eric Boulanger, Joel Maxam,
Brandon Vande Hei, Nathan Ness, Alexis Woelfel, Ronald E. King, Jr., Seth Kuhn, Carole Liggins, Paul
Jadin, Tom Nelson, Nancy Nusbaum, Pogi Dessart, Patricia Cornelius, Timothy Ninham, Barbara
Cornelius, Cathy L. Metoxen, Pearl Webster, Judy Cornelius, Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams);
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
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I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 8:30 a.m.
For the record: Councilwoman Jennifer Webster is out on approved travel attending the Indian Health
Services Tribal Self Governance Advisory Committee meeting in Washington, D.C.
II.
OPENING (00:00:16)
Opening provided by Councilman Jameson Wilson.
A.
Special recognition for retirement - Carolyn Skenandore (00:06:21)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Special recognition by Tina Jorgensen, Governmental Services Division Director.
B.
Special recognition for retirement - Deborah Thundercloud (00:12:07)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Special recognition by Jacqueline Smith, Education & Training Director and Bobbi Webster, Public
Relations Director.
C.
Special recognition - Brandon Vande Hei (00:49:36)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Special recognition of Lieutenant Brandon Vande Hei by Secretary Lisa Liggins and Joel Maxam,
Assistant Chief of Police.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:55:00)
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt the agenda with five (5) noted changes [1) under the Resolution
section, add item entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community
Development Funds for Oneida Nation Solar (ONS) LLC to buyout of Sunvest Solar Investments WI
(SIWI) of $187,188; 2) under the New Business, Executive Session section, add item entitled Adopt
resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee Approval to Purchase of the Units held by Sunvest
Solar Investments WI, LLC, in Oneida Nation Solar LLC; 3) delete item VII.E. Determine next steps
regarding one (1) Parent/Guardian vacancy - Oneida Nation School Board; 4) delete item XIII.A.4.
Accept the Treasurer's October 2023 report; and 5) delete item XIII.C.12. Review application(s) for one
(1) Parent/Guardian vacancy - Oneida Nation School Board], seconded by Brandon YellowbirdStevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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IV.
OATH OF OFFICE
A.
Oneida Police Department - Seth Kuhn (00:57:38)
Sponsor: Richard VanBoxtel, Chair/Oneida Police Commission
Oath of office administered by Secretary Lisa Liggins. Seth Kuhn was present.
B.
V.
Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee - Sandra Skenadore - Administered
Oath of Office on December 6, 2023 (01:09:23)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
MINUTES
A.
Approve the November 8, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting minutes
(01:09:51)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the November 8, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting
minutes, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
VI.
RESOLUTIONS
A.
Adopt resolution entitled Amendment to BC Resolution # 07-13-22-P Obligation for
Oneida Nation Home Infrastructure Program Utilizing Tribal Contribution Savings
(01:10:10)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to delete item VI.A. Adopt resolution entitled Amendment to BC Resolution #
07-13-22-P Obligation for Oneida Nation Home Infrastructure Program Utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings from the agenda, noting the request already has been accomplished through BC Resolution #
08-10-22-D Obligation for Oneida Nation Home Infrastructure Program Utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
B.
Adopt resolution entitled Pardon and Forgiveness Law Application Fee (01:15:32)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to adopt resolution entitled 12-13-23-A Pardon and
Forgiveness Law Application Fee, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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C.
Adopt resolution entitled Grant Application to the National Telecommunications
and Information Administration for the Tribal Broadband Grant Program to
Improve Broadband Connectivity on the Reservation (01:18:19)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt resolution entitled 12-13-23-B Grant Application to the National
Telecommunications and Information Administration for the Tribal Broadband Grant Program to
Improve Broadband Connectivity on the Reservation, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
D.
Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Funds for Oneida Nation Solar (ONS)
LLC to buyout of Sunvest Solar Investments WI (SIWI) of $187,188 (01:18:51)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 12-13-23-C Approval of Use of Economic
Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds for Oneida Nation Solar (ONS) LLC
to buyout of Sunvest Solar Investments WI (SIWI) of $187,188, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
VII.
APPOINTMENTS
A.
Determine next steps regarding one (1) vacancy - Oneida Election Board (01:19:16)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and to appoint Stephanie Metoxen to the
Oneida Election Board with a term ending July 31, 2026, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
B.
Determine next steps regarding nine (9) vacancies - Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc
Committee (01:20:06)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicants; to appoint Justine Huff and Mary King to the
Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc Committee with terms ending December 31, 2024; and to request the
Secretary to re-notice the remaining vacancies, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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C.
Determine next steps regarding four (4) vacancies - Oneida Personnel
Commission (01:20:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancies, noting there are no qualified
applicants, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
D.
Determine next steps regarding one (1) Community-at-Large vacancy - Oneida
Nation School Board (01:21:17)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and to appoint Teresa Schuman to the Oneida
Nation School Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2026, seconded by
Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
E.
Determine next steps regarding two (2) Human Services Department vacancies Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee (01:21:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the recommendation from the Governmental Services Division
Director as information; to accept the selected applicants; and to appoint Julie King as the primary
Human Services representative, and Michelle Madl, as the alternate Human Services representative,
to the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee with terms ending August 31, 2026, seconded by
Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
F.
Determine next steps regarding two (2) Oneida Police Department vacancies Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee (01:22:42)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the recommendation from the Chief of Police as information; to accept
the selected applicants; and to appoint Eric Boulanger as the primary Oneida Police Department
representative, and Ronald E. King, Jr., as the alternate Oneida Police Department representative, to
the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee with terms ending August 31, 2026, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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VIII.
STANDING COMMITTEES
A.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the October 26, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(01:23:29)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the October 26, 2023, regular Finance Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
2.
Accept the November 9, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(01:23:54)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the November 9, 2023, regular Finance Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the November 30, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
(01:24:17)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the November 30, 2023, regular Finance Committee
meeting minutes, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
B.
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the November 1, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting
minutes (01:24:40)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to accept the November 1, 2023, regular Legislative Operating
Committee meeting minutes, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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2.
Adopt the Audit Committee bylaws amendments (01:25:09)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the Audit Committee bylaws amendments with one (1) noted change
[1) at line 123, add, “Audit Committee Training. The appointed Committee member shall be paid a
training stipend of seventy-five dollars ($75.00) per training.”], seconded by Marlon Skenandore.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jameson
Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Lawrence Barton
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
IX.
TRAVEL REPORTS
A.
Approve the travel report - Councilmembers: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore - National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Convention &
Marketplace - New Orleans, LA - November 12-17, 2023 (01:32:38)
Sponsor: Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Motion by Lawrence Barton to approve the travel report from Councilmembers: Jonas Hill, Kirby
Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore for the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Convention &
Marketplace in New Orleans, LA on November 12-17, 2023, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
X.
TRAVEL REQUESTS
A.
Approve the travel request - Councilman Marlon Skenandore - 6th Annual
Seminole Tribe of Florida Renewable Energy & Sustainability Conference Hollywood, FL - February 5-9, 2024 (01:33:11)
Sponsor: Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the travel request for Councilman Marlon Skenandore to attend 6th
Annual Seminole Tribe of Florida Renewable Energy & Sustainability Conference in Hollywood, FL on
February 5-9, 2024, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Jameson
Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained:
Marlon Skenandore
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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B.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to attend the White House Tribal
Nations Summit in Washington, D.C. on December 5-7, 2023 (01:33:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request
for Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to attend the White House Tribal Nations Summit in
Washington, D.C. on December 5-7, 2023, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
C.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend the Indian Health Services Tribal Self
Governance Advisory Committee meeting in Washington, D.C. on December 12-14,
2023 (01:34:22)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the
approved travel request for Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to attend the Indian Health Services Tribal
Self Governance Advisory Committee meeting in Washington, D.C. on December 12-14, 2023,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
D.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel request for
Councilman Jameson Wilson to attend the 6th Annual Seminole Tribe of Florida
Renewable Energy and Sustainability Conference in Hollywood, FL on February 28, 2024 (01:34:52)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lawrence Barton to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved travel
request for Councilman Jameson Wilson to attend the 6th Annual Seminole Tribe of Florida
Renewable Energy and Sustainability Conference in Hollywood, FL on February 2-8, 2024, seconded
by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
XI.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Accept the OBC Customer Service Training Guide as information (01:36:50)
Sponsor: Jameson Wilson, Councilman
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the OBC Customer Service Training Guide as information,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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B.
Appoint Michelle Tipple as the Oneida Nation representative on the Northeast
Wisconsin Healthcare Emergency Response Coalition (01:39:56)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to appoint Michelle Tipple as the Oneida Nation representative
on the Northeast Wisconsin Healthcare Emergency Response Coalition, seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
C.
Approve the CY-2024 vacancy postings for Boards, Committees, Commissions,
Tribally Chartered Entities, and Standing Committees (01:40:35)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the CY-2024 vacancy postings for Boards, Committees,
Commissions, Tribally Chartered Entities, and Standing Committees, seconded by Brandon
Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
D.
Approve OBC SOP entitled OBC Special Projects Budget Expenditure of Funds
(01:41:49)
Sponsor: Lisa Summers, OBC Area Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve OBC SOP entitled OBC Special Projects Budget Expenditure of
Funds, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
E.
Research Request: Drs. Webster and Stevens - Community Support Request Seeds of Tomorrow: Nurturing Roots of Oneida Governance (01:43:10)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Secretary Lisa Liggins left at 10:17 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve research request, consistent with resolution # BC-05-08-19-A,
Research Requests: Review and Approval to Conduct, and, in accordance with: a.) Resolve #2(3),
Drs. Webster and Stevens are required to submit the final draft research paper for review; b.) Resolve
#2(4), Drs. Webster and Stevens are required to submit a copy of the published work and can request
to present the research findings to the Oneida Business Committee; and c.) Resolve #5, any further
use of this research information is subject to authorization by the Oneida Business Committee,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
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F.
Review FY-2025 Budget schedule and determine next steps (01:49:59)
Sponsor: Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Secretary Lisa Liggins returned at 10:21 a.m.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the FY-2025 Budget schedule as information, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
G.
Review funding request from Safe Shelter, Inc. and determine next steps
(01:56:58)
Sponsor: Pearl Webster, Executive Director/Safe Shelter, Inc.
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst to review the request for $35,000
and bring back the recommendation to the January 10, 2023, regular Business Committee meeting,
seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
H.
Review the 2024 Special Election recommendation and determine next steps
(02:43:25)
Sponsor: Ray Skenandore, Chair/Oneida Election Board
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the recommendation from the Oneida Election Board and set the date
as July 20, 2024, as the 2024 Special Election date, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
I.
Post nine (9) vacancies for alternates for the 2024 Special Election - Oneida
Election Board (02:45:56)
Sponsor: Ray Skenandore, Chair/Oneida Election Board
Motion by Lisa Liggins to post nine (9) vacancies for alternates for the 2024 Special Election - Oneida
Election Board, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
J.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved Research Request:
Jessica Hill-Jorgensen – UW-Green Bay - To Get Back On Our Path, We Will
Encircle Our Minds in accordance with BC Resolution # 05-08-19-A (02:46:22)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the
approved Research Request: Jessica Hill-Jorgensen – UW-Green Bay - To Get Back On Our Path,
We Will Encircle Our Minds in accordance with BC Resolution # 05-08-19-A, seconded by Lisa Liggins.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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K.
Enter the e-poll results into the regarding the approved Research Request:
Nasbah Hill – UW-Green Bay - “An Examination of the Impact of Charlie Hill’s
Legacy on the Misrepresentation and Invisibility of Native People in the Media” in
accordance with BC Resolution # 05-08-19-A (02:46:54)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jameson Wilson to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved Research
Request: Nasbah Hill – UW-Green Bay - “An Examination of the Impact of Charlie Hill’s Legacy on the
Misrepresentation and Invisibility of Native People in the Media” in accordance with BC Resolution #
05-08-19-A (02:46:54)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
The Oneida Business Committee, by consensus, recessed at 11:21 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 11:30 a.m.
Roll call for the record:
Present: Treasurer Lawrence Barton; Councilman Jonas Hill; Chairman Tehassi Hill; Secretary
Lisa Liggins; Councilman Kirby Metoxen; Councilman Marlon Skenandore; Councilman Jameson
Wilson;
Not Present: Councilwoman Jennifer Webster; Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens;
Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens arrived at 11:31 a.m.
XII.
REPORTS
A.
TRIBALLY CHARTERED ENTITIES
1.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 4th quarter report (02:48:15)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 4th quarter report, seconded
by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
2.
Accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 4th quarter report
(02:53:20)
Sponsor: Kathy Hughes, Chair/Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 4th quarter report,
seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
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3.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 4th quarter report (02:54:48)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 4th quarter report, seconded
by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
4.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 4th quarter report (02:57:57)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 4th quarter report, seconded by
Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
XIII.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A.
REPORTS
1.
Accept the Chief Counsel report (03:02:19)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Chief Counsel report, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
2.
Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
November 2023 report (03:02:35)
Sponsor: Melinda J. Danforth, Director/Intergovernmental Affairs
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and Self-Governance
November 2023 report, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - WI Tribal Assistance Grant
Agreement with the State of Wisconsin - file # 2023-1180, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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Continued motions regarding item XIII.A.2. Accept the Intergovernmental Affairs, Communications, and
Self-Governance November 2023 report
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Agreement with the State of
Wisconsin for the Healing to Wellness Court state funding - file # 2023-1238, seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - UWGB/Audubon Society
Habitat Restoration state funding agreement - file # 2023-1239, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - National Estuarine
Research Reserve System state funding agreement - file # 2023-1240, seconded by Jameson Wilson.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the nomination of Councilwoman Jennifer Webster to the
Administration for Children and Families Tribal Advisory Committee; to move the nomination letter to
open session; and to authorize the Chairman to sign the letter, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve amendment Number 9 to the IHS Multi-Year Funding Agreement for
FY2019 - file # 2023-1281; authorize the Chairman to sign the amendment; and to direct SelfGovernance to submit the agreement to IHS, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the General Manager report (03:05:38)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the General Manager report, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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4.
Accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 4th quarter executive report
(03:05:53)
Sponsor: Jeff Bowman, President/Bay Bank
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Bay Bancorporation, Inc. FY-2023 4th quarter executive report,
seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
5.
Accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 4th quarter executive
report (03:06:15)
Sponsor: Kathy Hughes, Chair/Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation FY-2023 4th quarter executive
report, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
6.
Accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 4th quarter executive report
(03:06:33)
Sponsor: John Breuninger, Chair/Oneida ESC Group Board of Managers
Motion by Jameson Wilson to accept the Oneida ESC Group, LLC FY-2023 4th quarter executive
report, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
7.
Accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 4th quarter executive report
(03:06:50)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Agent/Oneida Golf Enterprise
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Oneida Golf Enterprise FY-2023 4th quarter executive report,
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
8.
Accept the Business Analyst FY-2023 4th quarter report (03:07:14)
Sponsor: Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Business Analyst FY-2023 4th quarter report, seconded by Kirby
Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Accept the October 17, 2023, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes
(03:07:33)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the October 17, 2023, regular Audit Committee meeting minutes,
seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
2.
Accept the Gaming Contracts compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:07:48)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the Gaming Contracts compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
3.
Accept the Gaming Machines (Slots) compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:08:08)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Gaming Machines (Slots) compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
4.
Accept the Gaming Machine (Slots) Year-End compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement (03:08:23)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to accept the Gaming Machine (Slots) Year-End compliance audit and
lift the confidentiality requirement, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
5.
Accept the Information Technology compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:08:39)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Information Technology compliance audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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Accept the Table Games compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:08:58)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jonas Hill to accept the Table Games compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
7.
Accept the Title 31 compliance audit and lift the confidentiality requirement
(03:09:16)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lawrence Barton to accept the Title 31 compliance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
8.
Accept the Kalihwisaks controls assessment audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:09:37)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jameson Wilson to accept the Kalihwisaks controls assessment audit and lift the
confidentiality requirement, seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
9.
Accept the Enrollments performance assurance audit and lift the confidentiality
requirement (03:09:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer the Enrollments performance assurance audit back to the Audit
Committee, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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C.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Approve contract - Bay Bank Account Agreement - file # 2023-1230 (03:10:52)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve contract - Bay Bank Account Agreement - file # 2023-1230,
seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
2.
Approve the Transamerica Retirement Services - Governmental 401k Plan
fourth amendment (03:11:17)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the resolution entitled 12-13-23-D Approval of Increase of Automatic
Contribution Rate for Participants to 5%, Increase of Employer Matching Contribution Rate to up to
5%, and Compliance Updates Regarding Certain Catch-up Contributions, Required Minimum
Distributions, and Required Commencement of Payments for the Oneida Nation Governmental 401(k)
Plan, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Motion by Lisa Liggins to move the adopted resolution into open session, seconded by Marlon
Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
3.
Approve the Transamerica Retirement Services - Enterprise 401k Plan second
amendment (03:12:24)
Sponsor: Keith Doxtator, Chief Financial Officer
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 12-13-23-E Approval of Amendment No. 2 to the
Oneida Nation Enterprise 401(k) Plan Increase of Automatic Deferral Percentage to 5% for
Participants in, Newly Hired Employees, and Newly Eligible Employees and to move the adopted
resolution into open session, seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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4.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Brown County - Austin
Straubel International Airport - Lease - file # 2023-1077 (03:13:04)
Sponsor: Louise Cornelius, Gaming General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Brown County - Austin
Straubel International Airport - Lease - file # 2023-1077, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
5.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Canva - file # 2023-1246
(03:13:28)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - Canva - file # 20231246, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
6.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - NJOY LLC - file # 2023-1139
(03:13:48)
Sponsor: Debra Powless, Retail General Manager
Motion by Jameson Wilson to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - NJOY LLC - file #
2023-1139, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
7.
Review Integrated Resort Plan updates and determine next steps (03:14:08)
Sponsor: Tehassi Hill, Chairman
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Chief Counsel to provide a report and resolution as identified in
Law Office memo dated December 12, 2023; to direct the Secretary to schedule a meeting between
the Oneida Business Committee, Gaming General Manager and Oneida Airport Hotel Corporation
Board; to direct the Secretary to schedule an Oneida Business Committee meeting before the end of
the calendar year to review and act upon the report and resolution directed to be developed by Chief
Counsel, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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8.
Review application(s) for one (1) vacancy - Oneida Election Board (03:15:28)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Election
Board vacancy as information, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
9.
Review application(s) for nine (9) vacancies - Oneida Election Board Ad Hoc
Committee (03:16:02)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Election
Board Ad Hoc Committee vacancies as information, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
10.
Review application(s) for four (4) vacancies - Oneida Personnel Commission
(03:16:20)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Personnel
Commission vacancies as information, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
11.
Review application(s) for one (1) Community-at-Large vacancy - Oneida Nation
School Board (03:16:47)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept discussion regarding the application(s) for the Oneida Nation School
Board Community-at-Large vacancy as information, seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
12.
Review applications for two (2) Human Services Department vacancies Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee (03:17:14)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept discussion regarding the application(s) for the Pardon and
Forgiveness Screening Committee Human Services Department vacancies as information, seconded
by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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13.
Review applications for two (2) Oneida Police Department vacancies - Pardon
and Forgiveness Screening Committee (03:17:35)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept discussion regarding the application(s) for the Pardon and
Forgiveness Screening Committee Oneida Police Department vacancies as information, seconded by
Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
14.
Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved attorney
contract - Arlinda Locklear - file # 2023-1217 (03:17:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Marlon Skenandore to enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved
attorney contract - Arlinda Locklear - file # 2023-1217, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
15.
Adopt resolution entitled Oneida Business Committee Approval to Purchase
of the Units held by Sunvest Solar Investments WI, LLC, in Oneida Nation Solar
LLC (03:18:28)
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 12-13-23-F Oneida Business Committee Approval to
Purchase of the Units held by Sunvest Solar Investments WI, LLC, in Oneida Nation Solar LLC and to
move the adopted resolution into open session, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson
Abstained:
Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
XIV.
ADJOURN
Motion by Jameson Wilson to adjourn at 12:01 p.m., seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
.
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Approve the December 15, 2023, special Business Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
CELLIS1
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Oneida Business Committee
Special Meeting
9:00 AM Friday, December 15, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
SPECIAL MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens (via Microsoft Teams1),
Treasurer Lawrence Barton, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer
Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: Secretary Lisa Liggins;
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: Jo Anne House (via Microsoft Teams), Keith Doxtator, Louise Cornelius (via Microsoft
Teams), Loucinda Conway (via Microsoft Teams), David P. Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via
Microsoft Teams), Lisa Summers, Chad Fuss (via Microsoft Teams), Misty Jordan (via Microsoft Teams),
Jennifer Anderson (via Microsoft Teams), Mark A. Powless, Sr. (via Microsoft Teams), Jeremy King (via
Microsoft Teams), James Skenandore (via Microsoft Teams), Corey Topp (via Microsoft Teams), Ryan
Hirsch (via Microsoft Teams), Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams);
I.
CALL TO ORDER2
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 9:00 a.m.
II.
OPENING
Opening provided by Councilman Jameson Wilson.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt the agenda with one (1) addition [1) under the Executive Session,
New Business section, add item entitled Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - file # 20231036, 2023-1286, 2023-1258], seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
1 Microsoft Teams is software which provides a communication and collaboration platform for workplace chat, file
sharing, and video meetings.
2 Due to technical difficulties, there is no audio or video available for this meeting.
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IV.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Motion by Lawrence Barton to go into executive session at 9:06 a.m., seconded by Jennifer Webster.
Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
Motion by Lawrence Barton to come out of executive session at 9:32 a.m., seconded by Jennifer
Webster. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
A.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
1.
Approve the FY-2023 year end audit presentation materials
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the FY-2023 year end audit presentation materials, seconded
by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
2.
Approve the FY-2023 year end audited financial statements presented by RSM,
US Auditors
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the FY-2023 year end audited financial statements presented
by RSM, US Auditors, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
B.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity - file # 2023-1036, 2023-1286,
2023-1258
Sponsor: Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve a limited waiver of sovereign immunity for two land purchases file # 2023-1036, 2023-1286, 2023-1258, seconded by Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
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V.
ADJOURN
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to adjourn at 9:35 a.m., seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Lisa Liggins
Minutes prepared by Aliskwet Ellis, Senior Information Management Specialist.
Minutes approved as presented on
.
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
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Approve the December 21, 2023, special Business Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
CELLIS1
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Oneida Business Committee
Special Meeting
4:00 PM Thursday, December 21, 2023
BC Conference Room, 2nd floor, Norbert Hill Center
Minutes
SPECIAL MEETING
Present: Chairman Tehassi Hill, Vice-Chairman Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens, Treasurer Lawrence
Barton, Secretary Lisa Liggins, Council members: Jonas Hill, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson;
Not Present: n/a
Arrived at: n/a
Others present: JoAnne House, Keith Doxtator, Louise Cornelius (via Microsoft Teams), Carl Artman
(via Microsoft Teams), Chad Fuss (via Microsoft Teams), Brenda Mendolla-Buckley (via Microsoft
Teams), David P. Jordan (via Microsoft Teams), Kristal Hill (via Microsoft Teams), Fawn Cottrell (via
Microsoft Teams), Kristine Hill, Patricia Lassila, Susan House (via Microsoft Teams), Jeanne Calhoun (via
Microsoft Teams), Steve Ninham (via Microsoft Teams), Aliskwet Ellis (via Microsoft Teams);
I.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chairman Tehassi Hill at 4:00 p.m.
II.
OPENING (00:00:06)
Opening provided by Councilman Jameson Wilson.
III.
ADOPT THE AGENDA (00:05:33)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt the agenda as presented, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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IV.
EXECUTIVE SESSION (00:05:55)
Motion by Lisa Liggins to go into executive session at 4:06 p.m., seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Motion by Lawrence Barton to come out of executive session at 4:14 p.m., seconded by Jameson
Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
A.
NEW BUSINESS
1.
Adoption of resolution regarding Oneida Integrated Resort (00:06:14);(00:09:08)
Sponsor: Jo Anne House, Chief Counsel
Motion by Lisa Liggins to adopt resolution entitled 12-21-23-A Proposed Dissolution of Oneida Airport
Hotel Corporation, seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Motion by Lawrence Barton to adopt resolution entitled 12-21-23-B Consolidation of the Hotel and
Conference Center with Oneida Gaming, seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item V. was addressed next.
Motion by Lawrence Barton to move the adopted resolutions into open session, seconded by Jameson
Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
Item V. was re-addressed next.
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V.
ADJOURN (00:07:54);(00:09:23)
Motion by Jonas Hill to adjourn at 4:17 p.m., seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion withdrawn.
Item IV.A.1. was re-addressed next.
Motion by Jonas Hill to adjourn at 4:18 p.m., seconded by Jameson Wilson. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon YellowbirdStevens
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Adopt resolution entitled Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
1/10/24
2. Session:
܆Open ܆Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
Requested Motion:
܆Accept as information; OR(QWHUWKHUHTXHVWHGPRWLRQUHODWHGWRWKLVLWHP
Accept Resolution for Safe Shelter donation for $35,000 from the
EDDCD Fund.
Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
܆Finance
܆Law Office
܆Gaming/Retail
܆Other:
܆Programs/Services
܆MIS
܆Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
1DPH7LWOH(QWLW\25&KRRVHIURP/LVW
Revised: 11/15/2021
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Supporting Documents:
܆Bylaws
܆Contract Document(s)
܆Correspondence
܆Draft GTC Notice
܆Draft GTC Packet
܆E-poll results/back-up
܆Other:
܆Fiscal Impact Statement
܆Law
܆Legal Review
܆Minutes
܆MOU/MOA
܆Petition
܆Presentation
܆Report
܆Resolution
܆Rule (adoption packet)
܆Statement of Effect
܆Travel Documents
Budget Information:
܆Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
܆Unbudgeted
܆Other:
܆Budgeted – Grant Funded
܆Not Applicable
Submission:
Nishimoto,
Analyst
Name,
Title/EntityBusiness
OR Choose
from
Authorized Sponsor: Justin
Primary Requestor:
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Economic Development, Diversification, and Community Development Fund (EDDCD) Request
Name: Pearl Webster
Date Requested: 12/13/23
Department:
Please ^ĞůĞĐƚ ܈use for the funds:
■
܆Social Wellness
■
܆Housing
܆Community Design
܆Transportation, Facilities & Utilities
܆Economic Development
܆Natural Resources
܆Public Safety
܆Land Use
܆Parks and Recreation
܆Agriculture
Detailed Description (Please attach any supporting documents to form and dollar amounts needed):
Please
see attached.
1.
*For more information please refer to the 2014 Comprehensive Plan, Land Use Plan, Neighborhood Development Plan, Live, Sustain, Grow Plan,
and the Economic Development Plan.
Does this project already exist or have been approved for CIP? No
If “YES” please indicate the CIP or project number:
Responsible employee for authorizing expenditures:
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MEMO
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From:
Economic Development, Diversification, and Community Development Team
Date:
January 2nd, 2024
Re:
Safe Shelter Request of $35,000 for Operational Costs
Background
During the previous Business Committee meeting on December 13, 2023, it was requested that
the Economic Development, Diversification, and Community Development team to review the
request from the Safe Shelter for a $35,000 donation to be used for operational costs for this
year.
Current Request
On December 13, 2023, Safe Shelter Inc. Requested a $35,000 donation to maintain operations
for the homeless shelter. The following is the Business Committee motion on the request.
Motion by the Business Committee to direct Justin Nishimoto, Business Analyst to draft a
resolution for $35,000 of the Economic Development, Diversification, and Community
Development fund to be donated to the Safe Shelter with the review and recommendation to
be submitted for the business committee meeting on January 10th, 2024.
The donation is to be used for operational expenses for the 2024 year.
Findings after review
The information supplied by Safe Shelter Inc., identifies operational expenses below:
• $27,571.23 for calendar year 2023 amount for utilities (electric and gas)
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$10,000 for building liability insurance per year
Safe Shelter Inc. has identified $37,571.23 for operational expenses for the past year and the
$35,000 will cover for this upcoming year for operational expenses.
The Guiding Documents utilized to determine the use of the EDDCD funds include the Broad
Goals and the Comprehensive Plan Elements which have the following housing related items:
➢ Housing- We want Tribal members of all income levels and family sizes to be given the
opportunity for affordable housing by filling vacant homes and meeting all housing needs by
fully funding existing and future programs by the end of this term to give them a feeling of
security.
➢ Social Wellness-Ensure overall wellness for latiksa shu ha tsi Niyole lotikst^ hoku ha
(children as far as the old people)
➢ Housing- Provide a variety of housing opportunities to improve social outcomes and
wellness.
In Closing
The requested $35,000 from the EDDCD fund for Safe Shelter operations is an appropriated use
of the fund.
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
Statement of Effect
Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds
for a Donation of $35,000 to the Safe Shelter, Inc
Summary
The resolution approves an allocation of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) from the Economic
Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds for the purpose of a donation
to Safe Shelter, Inc. to continue operations.
Submitted by: Clorissa N. Leeman, Senior Staff Attorney, Legislative Reference Office
Date: December 29, 2023
Analysis by the Legislative Reference Office
The Oneida Business Committee has adopted resolutions which set aside funds disbursed from
corporations to the Nation in an Economic Development, Diversification and Community
Development fund (“the Fund”) and describes the process for accessing those funds. [Resolutions
BC-09-28-16-B, BC-07-12-17-A, BC-12-12-18-B, BC-01-23-19-C, BC-01-23-19-D, and BC-0526-21-B]. When a request to utilize monies from the Fund is received, the Review Team,
comprised of the Strategic Planner, Business Analyst, and the Budget Analyst, review the request
for use of the Fund and determines if the proposed use is consistent with the Fund. The Review
Team is then required to provide a written recommendation to the Oneida Business Committee
regarding whether to authorize the allocation from the Fund to a specific project identified by a
contract number, CIP number, economic development opportunity number or other easily
trackable number or designation. The Oneida Business Committee is then responsible for
authorizing use of the Fund by a resolution clearly identifying the amount of funds authorized and
purpose of the funds, which may be identified by a contract number, CIP number, economic
development opportunity number or other easily trackable number or designation, and the
employee responsible for authorizing expenditures of the authorized amount.
Through the adoption of this resolution the Oneida Business Committee would be approving an
allocation of thirty-five thousand dollars ($35,000) from the Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Funds for the purpose of a donation to Safe Shelter,
Inc. to continue operations. This resolution provides that the donation to Safe Shelter, Inc. is not
intended to be used for salaries or related expenses. Utilizing the Fund for this purpose is aligned
with the Oneida Business Committee Broad Goals and approved Comprehensive Plan Elements
related to housing. Executive Director of the Safe Shelter Inc., Pearl Webster, is identified as the
responsible employees for this allocation of funding. This resolution does not directly provide a
contract number, CIP number, economic development opportunity number or other easily
trackable number or designation – but this funding could be tracked through the resolution number.
Conclusion
Adoption of this resolution would not conflict with any of the Nation’s laws.
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Approval of Use of Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds
for a Donation of $35,000 to the Safe Shelter, Inc
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Fund was
created by resolutions # BC-09-28-16-B, BC-07-12-17-A, and BC-01-23-19-D and the
procedures for use of the fund set forth in resolution # BC-12-12-18-B, BC-01-23-19- C,
and BC-05-26-21-B, Updating and Clarifying Access to the Economic Development,
Diversification and Community Development Fund As Amended; and
WHEREAS,
the Safe Shelter, Board of Directors was created in October of 2019 and worked with the
Oneida Nation to identify 2155 Hutson Road as a location to serve as a homeless shelter;
and
WHEREAS,
Safe Shelter, Inc. received their 501 (c) (3) status on March 29, 2022, and has begun
writing grants under their own status; and
WHEREAS,
securing additional funding is a long-term endeavor and Safe Shelter, Inc. wishes to remain
open to serve the homeless population; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has directed the EDDCD team to review and recommend
the use of $35,000 for a donation to the Safe Shelter, Inc; and
WHEREAS,
utilizing the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Fund to
support a homeless shelter is aligned with the Oneida Business Committee Broad Goals
and approved Comprehensive Plan Elements related to housing.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee does approve the allocation of
$35,000 from the Economic Development, Diversification and Community Development Funds for the
purpose of a donation to Safe Shelter, Inc. to continue operations.
BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED, the $35,000 donation is not intended to be used for salaries or related
expenses.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, the responsible employees identified as Executive Director of the Safe
Shelter Inc., Pearl Webster.
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Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Lois June Powless for Lifetime Achievements and Contributions to..
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Other – Lois J. Powless Lifetime Achievement
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Enter the requested motion related to this item.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Lifetime Achievement Bio
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☒ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☒ Other: Special Projects
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☐ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Memorandum
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Jennifer Webster Council Member
Date: January 4, 2024
Re:
Lifetime achievement
A proposal for “Lifetime Achievement” was brought forth to a BC Work Meeting
December 07, 2023 and received approval for recognition of “Lifetime Achievement”
recognition for former Tribal Leaders and/or Judges with funding from the special
events budget. We are planning to recognize retired Oneida Business Committee
council member Lois J. Powless and Wendell McLester at the January 10, 2024 Oneida
Business Committee meeting. Along with a Tribal Resolutions:
Recognizing Lois J. Powless for Lifetime Achievement and Contributions to the Oneida
Nation, and
Recognizing Wendel William McLester for Lifetime Achievement and Contributions to
the Oneida Nation, and
The service of our elders is so appreciated we want to express our gratitude for the
years of service and achievements as governmental officials.
Jennifer Webster was also tasked with bringing forth a Standard Operating Procedures
in conjunction with the “Hall of Fame” law.
Thank You for your time and consideration.
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Nation
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
members of the Oneida Nation have given their time, hopes, and energies to the Nation
and community; and
WHEREAS,
those actions have provided guidance in developing the Nation to meet future goals,
provide opportunities for members, and to create programs, services and benefits for
members; and
WHEREAS,
members have stepped forward to make these decisions on behalf of all of us embracing
and demonstrating Tsiˀ Niyukwalihó•tʌ (our ways); and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has identified that recognizing these actions, such as has
been in the past for
Indigenous Peoples Day, resolution # BC-09-26-12-F;
Proclamation of Oneida Nation Code Talkers Day, resolution # BC-12-11-13-A;
Recognition of Dr. Clifford Abbott, resolution # BC-08-12-15-A
Proclamation of Appreciation Susan White, resolution # BC-04-25-18-A;
Proclamation Naming June 19 as Norbert S, Hill, Sr. Remembrance Day, resolution #
BC-03-27-19-B;
Proclamation of Appreciation Charles Frederick Whitney “Chaz” Wheelock, resolution
# BC-12-09-20-B;
Obligation for Oneida National Treasures Recognition utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings, resolution # BC-07-13-22-N; and
WHEREAS,
Lois June Powless has worked on behalf of the Oneida Nation on many tribal entities such
as the Oneida Housing Authority, Oneida Land Commission, and the Oneida Commission
on Aging, lending her experience and love of the Oneida Nation and community during all
of her engagements; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee recognizes Lois June Powless
for her lifetime of giving her time and skills to the Oneida Nation and the community raising us all in the
process.
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Adopt resolution entitled Recognizing Wendell William McLester for Lifetime Achievements and...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. Session:
☒ Open ☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Other – Wendal William McLester Lifetime Achievement
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Enter the requested motion related to this item.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☒ Other: Lifetime Achievement Bio
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☒ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☒ Other: Special Projects
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☐ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Memorandum
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Jennifer Webster Council Member
Date: January 4, 2024
Re:
Lifetime achievement
A proposal for “Lifetime Achievement” was brought forth to a BC Work Meeting
December 07, 2023 and received approval for recognition of “Lifetime Achievement”
recognition for former Tribal Leaders and/or Judges with funding from the special
events budget. We are planning to recognize retired Oneida Business Committee
council member Lois J. Powless and Wendell McLester at the January 10, 2024 Oneida
Business Committee meeting. Along with a Tribal Resolutions:
Recognizing Lois J. Powless for Lifetime Achievement and Contributions to the Oneida
Nation, and
Recognizing Wendel William McLester for Lifetime Achievement and Contributions to
the Oneida Nation, and
The service of our elders is so appreciated we want to express our gratitude for the
years of service and achievements as governmental officials.
Jennifer Webster was also tasked with bringing forth a Standard Operating Procedures
in conjunction with the “Hall of Fame” law.
Thank You for your time and consideration.
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Oneida Nation
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
members of the Oneida Nation have given their time, hopes, and energies to the Nation
and community; and
WHEREAS,
those actions have provided guidance in developing the Nation to meet future goals,
provide opportunities for members, and to create programs, services and benefits for
members; and
WHEREAS,
members have stepped forward to make these decisions on behalf of all of us embracing
and demonstrating Tsiˀ Niyukwalihó•tʌ (our ways); and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has identified that recognizing these actions, such as has
been in the past for
Indigenous Peoples Day, resolution # BC-09-26-12-F;
Proclamation of Oneida Nation Code Talkers Day, resolution # BC-12-11-13-A;
Recognition of Dr. Clifford Abbott, resolution # BC-08-12-15-A
Proclamation of Appreciation Susan White, resolution # BC-04-25-18-A;
Proclamation Naming June 19 as Norbert S, Hill, Sr. Remembrance Day, resolution #
BC-03-27-19-B;
Proclamation of Appreciation Charles Frederick Whitney “Chaz” Wheelock, resolution
# BC-12-09-20-B;
Obligation for Oneida National Treasures Recognition utilizing Tribal Contribution
Savings, resolution # BC-07-13-22-N; and
WHEREAS,
Wendell William McLester has worked on behalf of the Oneida Nation as an elected
member of the Oneida Business Committee as one of the second group of Council
members elected after amendments to the Constitution, as the Tribal Treasurer and as a
member of the Oneida Veterans of Foreign Wars Robert Cornelius Post #7784, and
employed in programming with the Oneida Nation; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee recognizes Wendell William
McLester for his lifetime of giving his time and skills to the Oneida Nation and the community raising us all
in the process.
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Adopt resolution entitled 2023 Tribal Cyber Security Grant Application Authorization
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. Session:
Open
Executive
must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
Accept as information; OR
BC Resolution
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
Finance
Programs/Services
Law Office
DTS
Gaming/Retail
Boards, Committees, or Commissions
Other: Describe
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Jesse Kujawa, Information Security Analyst
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
Bylaws
Fiscal Impact Statement
Presentation
Contract Document(s)
Law
Report
Correspondence
Legal Review
Resolution
Draft GTC Notice
Minutes
Rule (adoption packet)
Draft GTC Packet
MOU/MOA
Statement of Effect
E-poll results/back-up
Petition
Travel Documents
Other: Resolution Memo
7. Budget Information:
Budgeted
Tribal Contribution
Unbudgeted
Budgeted
Grant Funded
Not Applicable
Other: Describe
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Mark W. Powless, General Manager
Primary Requestor:
Jesse Kujawa, Information Security Analyst
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Date: December 11, 2023
To:
BC Agenda Request
From: Donald Miller, Grants Office
Re:
Resolution - “Cyber-Security Resolution”
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Good day,
The nature of this request is for a resolution conferring BC consent to apply for the 2023 Tribal
Cyber-security Grant Program. The purpose of this grant is to assess the current state of Tribal
cyber-security to determine if any gaps exist, to determine the cause of any gaps and to correct
those gaps. The amount of funding available is based on the number of applicants but will be no
less than $153,592.96.
The grant requires no matching funds and will not impact Tribal contribution.
We respectfully request authorization to submit this resolution to the Business Committee for
their consideration.
Thank you,
If there are further questions, please contact:
Don Miller
920-496-7329
Dmiller1@oneidanation.org
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ONEIDA GRANTS OFFICE
PH: (920) 496-7330
FAX: (920) 496-7494
Form instructions: Fill in all information requested. To enter data in the grey areas; a drop down called “form field option”
box will appear. In the “items drop-down list” click on which one you want; then click on the “up” arrow move it to the top
and click on ok. In the reporting area: Double click on the box you want to put an “x” in. A “check box form field” box will
appear, in “under default value” click on “checked” then ok.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department: DTS
Division/Non-Division: Internal Services
Program: Cyber Security
Program Accountant: Elyshia Smith
Person Responsible for proposal development: Jesse Kujawa
Phone: (920) 494-3234
Person Responsible for grant administration:
Phone: (920) 494-3234
Jesse Kujawa
Project Title: Oneida Nation Cyber Security Initiative
GRANT INFORMATION
Type (pick one): Federal
Name of Funding Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Title of Grant: Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program
Application Deadline:
January 10, 2024
CFDA No: 97.137
Maximum Grant Amount: $153,593.00
Project Period (dates):
Budget Period (dates):
3/1/24 – 2/29/28
3/1/24 – 2/29/28
Maximum Match Requested (% or $): N/A
Type of Project (pick one): New
Match Type (pick one): None
Is a Tribal resolution required? If yes, please notify Grants Office immediately.
NO
Will this grant create a: New position No Committee No Commission No Board No
If Yes to new position has HRD been informed? No
If Yes to any of above, has MIS been informed for computer needs? No
If Yes to any of above, has Facilities Management been informed for space needs? No
Will this grant fund an existing position? No
Name of Position(s):
If YES, attach draft job description for all grant funded positions.
PLEASE NOTE: Position/employee will be phased out when grant funding ends.
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Project Proposal Summary (must answer all these questions): The purpose, benefit(s), where is the
match coming from, are there any other programs collaborating, travel justification, position justification, or
pertinent information: The Purpose of this grant is to support the development of a cyber security infrastructure
and improving the security of critical infrastructure and improving the resilience of the services tribal governments
provide their communities. Along those lines the grant will fund the development of a Tribal cyber security planning
committee and the creation of a cyber Security plan designed to protect the Nation from cyber attack. The grant
requires no match and will not affect Tribal contribution.
List any capital expenditures (cap ex), technology expenses & CIP purchases (NOTE: Must follow the
appropriate Cap ex, CIP or Technology SOP for each purchase request.): NONE
NA
Vendors: Verified that Vendors contracted with are NOT suspended/debarred: Yes X No
Reporting:
Quarterly
Semi-Annually
Yearly X
Narrative
Financial
SIGNATURES
Your signature authorizes the person responsible for proposal development to work with the Grants
Office when applying for funding and acknowledges your responsibility to successfully administer all
requirements of this grant throughout the project period and budget period.
1. Supervisor Signature
Date
SIGNATURE VERIFIES & APPROVES ANY MATCH
2. Division/Non-Division Director Signature
Date
SIGNATURE APPROVES GRANT PROJECT & ANY MATCH
3. Grants Office Signature
Date
FINAL SIGNATURE PRIOR TO OBTAINING OBC SIGNATURES
Revised: 4/22/2021
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2023 Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Application Authorization
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
The Oneida Business Committee is aware of the dangers and vulnerabilities of the
Oneida Nation with regard to Cyber-attacks; and
WHEREAS,
The Business Committee considers it in the best interest of the Oneida Nation to take
steps to mitigate and protect the Oneida Nation from those dangers and vulnerabilities;
and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Oneida Business Committee consents and authorizes
the Nations Digital Technology Systems department to apply for grant funding intended to achieve the
best level of protection possible from cyber-attacks and resultant damages.
PLEASE NOTE:
1.
DO NOT include the Certification. The Certification includes the voting record and Secretary
signature line and will be added after the adoption of the resolution.
2.
If resolution runs to 2 or more pages, make sure to update the header with the TITLE
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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the adopted BC resolution # 12-19-23-A Updated Oneida
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
CELLIS1
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Date:
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Secretary
Secretary; Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Lawrence E. Barton; Lisa A. Liggins; Kirby W.
Metoxen; Jennifer A. Webster; Jameson J. Wilson; Marlon G. Skenandore; Jonas G. Hill
Danelle A. Wilson; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Kristal E. Hill; David P. Jordan; Janice M. Decorah; Fawn J. Billie; Fawn
L. Cottrell; Maureen S. Perkins; BC_Agenda_Requests; Rebecca J. Schommer; Loucinda K. Conway
E-POLL RESULTS #2: Adopt resolution entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment to Standing Committees
Tuesday, December 19, 2023 4:31:02 PM
BCAR Adopt resolution entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing
Committees.pdf
E-POLL RESULTS
The e-poll to adopt resolution entitled 12-19-23-A Updated Oneida Business Committee 20232026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees, has carried. Below are the results:
Support: Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster,
Jameson Wilson
Aliskwet Ellis
Senior Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office
From: Secretary <TribalSecretary@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Monday, December 18, 2023 4:21 PM
To: Secretary <TribalSecretary@oneidanation.org>; Tehassi Tasi Hill <thill7@oneidanation.org>;
Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens <bstevens@oneidanation.org>; Lawrence E. Barton
<lbarton2@oneidanation.org>; Lisa A. Liggins <lliggins@oneidanation.org>; Kirby W. Metoxen
<KMETOX@oneidanation.org>; Jennifer A. Webster <JWEBSTE1@oneidanation.org>; Jameson J.
Wilson <jwilson@oneidanation.org>; Marlon G. Skenandore <mskenan1@oneidanation.org>; Jonas
G. Hill <jhill1@oneidanation.org>
Cc: Danelle A. Wilson <dwilson1@oneidanation.org>; Rhiannon R. Metoxen
<rmetoxe2@oneidanation.org>; Kristal E. Hill <khill@oneidanation.org>; David P. Jordan
<djordan1@oneidanation.org>; Janice M. Decorah <jdecora2@oneidanation.org>; Fawn J. Billie
<fbillie@oneidanation.org>; Fawn L. Cottrell <fcottrel@oneidanation.org>; Maureen S. Perkins
<mperkin2@oneidanation.org>
Subject: E-POLL REQUEST #2: Adopt resolution entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 20232026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees
E-POLL REQUEST
Summary:
At the December 13, 2023, regular BC meeting, the BC adopted amendments to the Audit
Committee bylaws which allow the Treasurer to be assigned to the Audit Committee. The proposed
resolution makes this assignment. A statement of effect is not required for this type of resolution,
per BC resolution 09-25-19-B.
Justification for E-Poll:
Public Packet
The request is not urgent, however, the BC agreed by consensus to process this change via e-poll.
Requested Action:
Adopt resolution entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to
Standing Committees
Deadline for response:
Responses are due no later than 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 19, 2023.
Voting:
Use the voting button above, if available; OR
Reply with “Support” or “Oppose”.
Aliskwet Ellis
Senior Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office
O: 920.869.4408 • E: cellis1@oneidanation.org
P.O. Box 365 • Oneida, WI • 54155
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
E-poll requested
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification:
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Adopt resolution entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment to Standing Committees
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: Internal Audit/Audit
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
Committee
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
n/a
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☒ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
PO Box 365 ● Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
CC:
Loucinda Conway, Audit Manager
Date: December 18, 2023
RE:
Adopt resolution entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term
Assignment to Standing Committees
The memorandum is intended to provide you information regarding the resolution
entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing
Committees.
Background
At the start of the 2023-2026 term, the Business Committee (BC) met to determine
assignments for the Standing Committees. The Treasurer shared his interest in being
assigned to the Audit Committee, however, the bylaws which were in effect at that time,
prevented the Treasurer from being assigned to the Audit Committee.
BC resolution # 09-13-23-F, Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment
to Standing Committees, was adopted assigning three (3) BC members to the Audit
Committee rather than four (4). The BC also took the following action:
Motion by Lisa Liggins to direct the Legislative Operating Committee to review
the Audit Committee bylaws dated December 14, 2022, specifically Section 14.b.1.A. that prohibits the Treasurer from serving on the Audit Committee and
determine if amendments are appropriate, seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried:
Ayes: Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Abstained: Lawrence Barton
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At the December 13, 2023, regular BC meeting, the BC adopted amendments to the
Audit Committee bylaws which allow the Treasurer to be assigned to the Audit
Committee.
The proposed resolution makes this assignment. A statement of effect is not required
for this type of resolution, per BC resolution 09-25-19-B.
Requested Action
Motion to adopt resolution entitled Updated Oneida Business Committee 20232026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees.
A good mind. A good heart. A strong fire.
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
Oneida, WI 54155
REDLINE TO CURRENT
FOR REFERENCE ONLY
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BC Resolution # 09-13-23-F__________
Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1, of
the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee maintains standing committees to take up identified
subjects are areas; and
WHEREAS,
some of these standing committees have automatically assigned memberships based on
the elected position on the Oneida Business Committee; and
WHERE AS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-09-13-23-F, Oneida Business
Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted amendments to the Audit Committee bylaws
providing the ability for the Treasurer to be assigned to the Audit Committee on
December 13, 2023; and
WHEREAS,
the Treasurer has expressed a desire to be assigned to the Audit Committee; and
WHEREAS,
the bylaws of the Audit Committee provide for four (4) members of the Oneida Business
Committee to be assigned:
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BC Resolution # 09-13-23-F__________
Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2023 Term Assignment to Standing Committees
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the following are assignments on Oneida Nation standing
committees.
Standing Committees of the Oneida Nation
Members
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Finance Committee
Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Jonas Hill, Councilman
Legislative Operating Committee
Jonas Hill, Councilman
Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Jameson Wilson, Councilman
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, this resolution is effective upon adoption and supplants
resolution BC-09-13-23-F, Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing
Committees.
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
Oneida, WI 54155
Proposed for Adoption
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Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1, of
the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee maintains standing committees to take up identified
subjects are areas; and
WHEREAS,
some of these standing committees have automatically assigned memberships based on
the elected position on the Oneida Business Committee; and
WHERE AS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted resolution BC-09-13-23-F, Oneida Business
Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee adopted amendments to the Audit Committee bylaws
providing the ability for the Treasurer to be assigned to the Audit Committee on
December 13, 2023; and
WHEREAS,
the Treasurer has expressed a desire to be assigned to the Audit Committee; and
WHEREAS,
the bylaws of the Audit Committee provide for four (4) members of the Oneida Business
Committee to be assigned;
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BC Resolution # __________
Updated Oneida Business Committee 2023-2023 Term Assignment to Standing Committees
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the following are assignments on Oneida Nation standing
committees.
Standing Committees of the Oneida Nation
Members
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Finance Committee
Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Jonas Hill, Councilman
Legislative Operating Committee
Jonas Hill, Councilman
Kirby Metoxen, Councilman
Marlon Skenandore, Councilman
Jennifer Webster, Councilwoman
Jameson Wilson, Councilman
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BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, this resolution is effective upon adoption and supplants resolution BC-09-1323-F, Oneida Business Committee 2023-2026 Term Assignment to Standing Committees.
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Determine next steps regarding three (3) vacancies - Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Bonnie Pigman, Recording Clerk
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
BPIGMAN
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Oneida Nation
Government Administrative Office
PO Box 365 Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
Memorandum
TO:
Oneida Business Committee
FROM:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
DATE:
January 2, 2024
RE:
Appointment(s) – Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee
Background
Three (3) vacancies were posted for the Oneida Nation Veteran Affairs Committee. The
vacancies are to complete terms ending December 31, 2027.
The vacancies have been posted since November 1, 2023. The latest application deadline
was December 8, 2023, and three (3) application(s) were received for the following
applicant(s):
Michael L. Hill
Kerry Metoxen
Benjamin Skenandore
Select action(s) provided below:
1) accept the selected the applicant(s) and appoint to a term ending December 31, 2027,
OR
2) reject the selected applicant(s) and oppose the vote**; OR
3) request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancy(ies)
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Enter the e-poll results into the record regarding the approved amendment to the December 13, 2023,...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. General Information:
Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose reason for Executive.
3. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
4. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted
☒ Not Applicable
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded ☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
5. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Additional Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Submitted By:
CELLIS1
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From:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Date:
Attachments:
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Secretary
Secretary; Tehassi Tasi Hill; Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens; Lawrence E. Barton; Lisa A. Liggins; Kirby W.
Metoxen; Jennifer A. Webster; Jameson J. Wilson; Marlon G. Skenandore; Jonas G. Hill
Danelle A. Wilson; Rhiannon R. Metoxen; Kristal E. Hill; David P. Jordan; Janice M. Decorah; Fawn J. Billie; Fawn
L. Cottrell; Maureen S. Perkins; BC_Agenda_Requests; Brooke M. Doxtator
E-POLL RESULTS #1: Amend the December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa Schuman to the Oneida Nation
School Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2024
Tuesday, December 19, 2023 4:31:45 PM
BCAR Amend the December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa Schuman to the Oneida Nation School Board,
Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2024.pdf
E-POLL RESULTS
The e-poll to amend the December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa Schuman to the
Oneida Nation School Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2024,
has carried. Below are the results:
Support: Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon Skenandore,
Jennifer Webster, Jameson Wilson
Aliskwet Ellis
Senior Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office
From: Secretary <TribalSecretary@oneidanation.org>
Sent: Monday, December 18, 2023 4:14 PM
To: Secretary <TribalSecretary@oneidanation.org>; Tehassi Tasi Hill <thill7@oneidanation.org>;
Brandon L. Yellowbird-Stevens <bstevens@oneidanation.org>; Lawrence E. Barton
<lbarton2@oneidanation.org>; Lisa A. Liggins <lliggins@oneidanation.org>; Kirby W. Metoxen
<KMETOX@oneidanation.org>; Jennifer A. Webster <JWEBSTE1@oneidanation.org>; Jameson J.
Wilson <jwilson@oneidanation.org>; Marlon G. Skenandore <mskenan1@oneidanation.org>; Jonas
G. Hill <jhill1@oneidanation.org>
Cc: Danelle A. Wilson <dwilson1@oneidanation.org>; Rhiannon R. Metoxen
<rmetoxe2@oneidanation.org>; Kristal E. Hill <khill@oneidanation.org>; David P. Jordan
<djordan1@oneidanation.org>; Janice M. Decorah <jdecora2@oneidanation.org>; Fawn J. Billie
<fbillie@oneidanation.org>; Fawn L. Cottrell <fcottrel@oneidanation.org>; Maureen S. Perkins
<mperkin2@oneidanation.org>
Subject: E-POLL REQUEST #1: Amend the December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa Schuman to
the Oneida Nation School Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2024
E-POLL REQUEST
Summary:
At the December 13, 2023, regular OBC meeting, the OBC took action to appoint Teresa Schuman to
the to the Oneida Nation School Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31,
2026. I'm requesting the end of term date be amended to allow for the partial term for this elected
position to be placed on the 2024 Special Election ballot.
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Justification for E-Poll:
Timely notice to applicants is required by the Boards, Committees, and Commissions law; the next
regular OBC meeting is just over three (3) weeks away.
Requested Action:
Amend the December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa Schuman to the Oneida Nation School
Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2024.
Deadline for response:
Responses are due no later than 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 19, 2023.
Voting:
Use the voting button above, if available; OR
Reply with “Support” or “Oppose”.
Aliskwet Ellis
Senior Information Management Specialist
Government Administrative Office
O: 920.869.4408 • E: cellis1@oneidanation.org
P.O. Box 365 • Oneida, WI • 54155
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Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
E-poll requested
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification:
3. Requested Motion:
☐ Accept as information; OR
Amend the December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa Schuman to the Oneida
Nation School Board, Community-at-Large position, with a term ending July 31, 2024
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: GAO, BCC Supervisor
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
n/a
Revised: 08/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement ☐ Presentation
☐ Contract Document(s) ☐ Law
☐ Report
☒ Correspondence
☐ Legal Review
☐ Resolution
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Minutes
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ E-poll results/back-up ☐ Petition
☐ Travel Documents
☒ Other: Draft BC Meeting minutes, excerpt from 2023 General Election Final Report
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Primary Requestor:
(Name, Title/Entity)
Revised: 08/25/2023
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
PO Box 365 ● Oneida, WI 54155-0365
oneida-nsn.gov
To:
Oneida Business Committee
From: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
CC:
Brooke Doxtator, BCC Supervisor
Date: December 18, 2023
RE:
Request to Amend End of Term Date for Oneida Nation School Board appointment
The memorandum is intended to provide you information regarding a request to amend
the end of term date for a recent appointment made by the Oneida Business Committee
(OBC) to the Oneida Nation School Board.
Background
One (1) Community-at-large vacancy was posted for the Oneida Nation School Board.
The vacancy is to complete term ending July 31, 2026; the vacancy was on the 2023
General Election Ballot with no applicants running. As such, the vacancy was posted
from September 26, 2023, through November 3, 2023, and two (2) application(s) were
received.
At the December 13, 2023, regular OBC meeting, the following action was taken:
D. Determine next steps regarding one (1) Community-at-Large vacancy –
Oneida Nation School Board
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the selected applicant and to appoint
Teresa Schuman to the Oneida Nation School Board, Community-atLarge position, with a term ending July 31, 2026, seconded by Marlon
Skenandore. Motion carried:
Ayes: Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen,
Marlon Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present: Jennifer Webster
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Later, at that same OBC meeting, the OBC took action to set the 2024 Special Election
of July 20, 2024.
Request
After further reflection on the OBC’s action as it relates to the Oneida Nation School
Board Community-at-large vacancy, I’m requesting the OBC amend the end of term
date from July 31, 2026, to July 31, 2024.
This amendment will allow the vacancy for this elected position to be filled for a partial
term by appointment, rather than a full three (3) years; it will also allow for remainder of
the term to be placed on the 2024 Special Election ballot for determination to be made
our community. There will be three (3) other Oneida Nation School Board vacancies on
that same ballot.
Requested Action
Motion to amend the December 13, 2023, motion to appoint Teresa
Schuman to the Oneida Nation School Board, Community-at-Large position,
with a term ending July 31, 2024.
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DRAFT
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Determine next steps regarding four (4) vacancies - Oneida Personnel
Commission (01:20:43)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to request the Secretary to re-notice the vacancies, noting there are no qualified
applicants, seconded by Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
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Determine next steps regarding two (2) Human Services Department vacancies Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee (01:21:57)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the recommendation from the Governmental Services Division
Director as information; to accept the selected applicants; and to appoint Julie King as the primary
Human Services representative, and Michelle Madl, as the alternate Human Services representative,
to the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee with terms ending August 31, 2026, seconded by
Kirby Metoxen. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
F.
Determine next steps regarding two (2) Oneida Police Department vacancies Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee (01:22:42)
Sponsor: Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the recommendation from the Chief of Police as information; to accept
the selected applicants; and to appoint Eric Boulanger as the primary Oneida Police Department
representative, and Ronald E. King, Jr., as the alternate Oneida Police Department representative, to
the Pardon and Forgiveness Screening Committee with terms ending August 31, 2026, seconded by
Lawrence Barton. Motion carried:
Ayes:
Lawrence Barton, Jonas Hill, Lisa Liggins, Kirby Metoxen, Marlon
Skenandore, Jameson Wilson, Brandon Yellowbird-Stevens
Not Present:
Jennifer Webster
Oneida Business Committee
Regular Meeting Minutes
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ONEIDA NATION COMMISSION ON AGING – Choose up to three (3)
ONEIDA
MILWAUKEE
Winnifred (Winnie) Thomas
696
69
Chrissy Liggins
732
66
Sandra L. Skenadore
769
90
TOTAL
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798
859
ONEIDA NATION SCHOOL BOARD – PARENT/GUARDIAN – Choose up to two (2)
ONEIDA
MILWAUKEE
Candace (Jourdan) House
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Katsi Danforth
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TOTAL
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ONEIDA NATION SCHOOL BOARD – COMMUNITYͲATͲLARGE – Choose one (1)
ONEIDA
MILWAUKEE
No Applicants
TOTAL
ONEIDA TRUST ENROLLMENT COMMITTEE – Choose up to two (2)
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MILWAUKEE
Pamela Ninham
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90
Dorothy Ninham
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57
Artley Skenandore
457
63
TOTAL
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784
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ONEIDA JUDICIARY – COURT OF APPEALS – Choose up to two (2)
ONEIDA
Michele Doxtator
850
Daniel Cornelius
658
MILWAUKEE
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79
TOTAL
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737
ONEIDA JUDICIARY – TRIAL COURT – Choose one (1)
ONEIDA
John E. Powless III
981
MILWAUKEE
111
TOTAL
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REFERENDUM QUESTIONS
1. Should the number of required signatures to petition the GTC to meet on an issue be
increased due to the number attending GTC?
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MILWAUKEE
TOTAL
YES
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NO
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54
432
2. Should the fitness center be 24 hours 7 days a week?
ONEIDA
MILWAUKEE
TOTAL
YES
465
58
523
NO
501
53
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Accept the December 14, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Minutes for 12/14/23 & E-Poll
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: All areas that require FC
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☒ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
approval
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 04/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Primary Requestor:
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Revised: 04/25/2023
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FROM:
MELISSA ALVARADO, OFFICE MANAGER
SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF DECEMBER 14, 2023
DATE:
12/15/23
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An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of December 14, 2023. The E-Poll and minutes were sent
out yesterday December 14, 2023 and concluded today. The results of the completed
E-Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
The r e w a s a M ajo r it y of 5 FC me mb er s vo t ing t o app ro v e t he De c emb e r
14 , 2 0 23 F in an ce C omm it t e e Me et ing Min ut e s . FC Me mb e rs vot ing
inc lud ed : K ei t h Do xt at o r, Li s a L igg in s, Jo na s H il l, C h ad F u s s, and S a r ah
Wh it e .
These Finance Committee Minutes of December 14, 2023 will be placed on the next
Finance Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all
Minutes of the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC
acceptance.
Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4325
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 14, 2023 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M.
Business Committee Conference Room / Microsoft Teams
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO
Keith Doxtator, CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Jonas Hill, BC Council Member
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
OTHERS PRESENT : Mark W. Powless-via Team, Carrie Blohowiak-via Teams, Ron Wurth-via
Teams, David Jordan-via Teams, Maureen Perkins-via Teams, Jamie Willis-via Teams, DeAnna
Perry-via Teams, Terri Bohn-via Teams, Carol Silva-via Teams, and Melissa Alvarado taking notes
I.
CALL TO ORDER : The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Chair at 8:32
A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA : DECEMBER 14, 2023
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the December 14, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
FC MINUTES : November 30, 2023 (Approved via E-Poll on 11/30/23)
Motion by Keith Doxtator to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on November 30,
2023 approving the November 30, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded
by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
FC WORK MEETING NOTES: November 30, 2023 (Approved via E-Poll on 12/6/23)
Motion by Chad Fuss to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on December 6, 2023
approving the November 30, 2023 Finance Committee Work Meeting Notes. Seconded
by Keith Doxtator. Motion carried unanimously.
V.
TABLED BUSINESS : None
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VI.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES : None
VI.
NEW BUSINESS :
1. Mission Support Services – Service Contract
Carrie Blohowiak, Comp Health
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Amount: $61,580.00
Motion by Keith Doxtator to approve the Mission Support Services – Service Contract in the
amount of $61,580.00. Seconded by Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Light and Wonder – Service Contract
Ron Wurth, Gaming-Marketing
Amount: $59,456.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the Light and Wonder – Service Contract in the amount
of $59,456.00. Seconded by Keith Doxtator. Motion carried unanimously.
VII.
ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
Report:
1. Oneida Finance Fund Report – December 2023
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the Oneida Finance Fund Report for December 2023.
Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
Requests:
1. Cerebral Palsy Aquatic Classes
Requester: Mildred Flores
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Cerebral
Palsy Aquatic Classes for the requester in the amount of $500. Seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried unanimously.
2. Piano Lessons
Requester: Lorranie Frias for Alyah
Amount: $360.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Piano
Lessons for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $360. Seconded by Jonas Hill.
Motion carried unanimously.
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3. FC Elite Volleyball Club fees
Requester: Reva Danforth for Lilliani
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Keith Doxtator to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for FC Elite
Volleyball Club fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $500. Seconded by
Lisa Liggins. Motion carried unanimously.
4. Barb’s Centre for Dance fees
Requester: Nicole VanDenHeuvel for Bella
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the requests #4-#7 from
the same family in the amounts requested. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
5. Birder Studio of Performing Arts fees
Requester: Nicole VanDenHeuvel for Mikayla
-
See Action in New Business #4.
6. Various Sports fees
Requester: Nicole VanDenHeuvel for Maddox
-
Amount: $500.00
See Action in New Business #4.
7. Various Sports fees
Requester: Nicole VanDenHeuvel for Logan
-
Amount: $500.00
Amount: $500.00
See Action in New Business #4.
8. NEW Fusion Dance & Performing Arts fees
Requester: Irene Danforth for Kaylonni
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for NEW Fusion
Dance & Performing Arts fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $500.
Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
9. Various Sports fees
Requester: Margaret VanDen Heuvel for Jack
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the requests #9 & #10
from the same family in the amounts requested. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
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unanimously.
10. Various Sports fees
Requester: Margaret VanDen Heuvel for Sawyer
-
Amount: $500.00
See Action in New Business #9.
11. Volleyball Club fees
Requester: Yena Danforth for Alianna
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Volleyball
Club fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $500. Seconded by Chad Fuss.
Motion carried unanimously.
12. YMCA Membership
Requester: Melanie Ramey for Natasha
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for YMCA
Membership for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $500. Seconded by Keith
Doxtator. Motion carried unanimously.
13. Mindvalley Membership
Requester: Kelli Lake
Amount: $449.10
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for Mindvalley
Membership for the requester in the amount of $449.10. Seconded by Keith Doxtator.
Motion carried unanimously.
14. All That Dance fees
Requester: Janice Yglesias for Shaya
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to defer to the next Finance Committee meeting (December 28,
2023). Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
15. Bead Circle – Moose Hair Tufting Lessons
Requester: Betty Willems
Amount: $750.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the group request for Bead
Circle – Moose Hair Tufting Lessons in the amount of $750 with receipts included with
follow up report of expenses. Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
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16. Raised Beadwork Class
Requester: Ruth Montano
Amount: $225.00
Motion by Lisa Liggins to deny items #16 - #22 pursuant to section 5.12 of the Oneida
Finance Fund SOP, as the event has already taken place at the time of the requests.
Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
17. Raised Beadwork Class
Requester: April Jordan
-
See Action in New Business #16.
18. Raised Beadwork Class
Requester: Lue Rutherford
-
Amount: $225.00
See Action in New Business #16.
22. Raised Beadwork Class
Requester: Laurie Metoxen
-
Amount: $225.00
See Action in New Business #16.
21. Raised Beadwork Class
Requester: Debra Valentino
-
Amount: $225.00
See Action in New Business #16.
20. Raised Beadwork Class
Requester: DeAnna Perry
-
Amount: $225.00
See Action in New Business #16.
19. Raised Beadwork Class
Requester: Terri Bohn
-
Amount: $225.00
Amount: $225.00
See Action in New Business #16.
23. YMCA Family Membership
Requester: Tasheba Danforth
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Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for YMCA Family
Membership in the amount of $459. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
24. Volleyball Club fees
Requester: Amber VanDen Heuvel for Kennedi
Amount: $468.00
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the requests #24 & #25 from
the same family in the amounts requested. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
25. Volleyball Club fees
Requester: Amber VanDen Heuvel for Reese
-
Amount: $468.00
See Action in New Business #24.
26. The Workshop Basketball Program fees
Requester: Vanessa Miller for Journee
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for The
Workshop Basketball Program fees for the daughter of the requester in the amount of $500.
Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
27. ETS Performance Membership
Requester: Yena Danforth for Richard
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Keith Doxtator to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for ETS
Performance Membership for the son of the requester in the amount of $500. Seconded by
Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
28. XO Fitness Membership
Requester: Yena Danforth
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Keith Doxtator to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for XO
Fitness Membership in the amount of $500. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried
unanimously.
VIII. EXECUTIVE SESSION : None
IX. ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL :
1. Memo to BC – Recommendation for the Sole Source Resolution
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Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the Memo to BC – Recommendation for the Sole Source
Resolution with a minor change to the memo. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion carried
unanimously.
2. Draft FC By-Laws 11/30/23 Redline
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to approve the Finance Committee By-Laws with corrections and
send to the LOC. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
3. Sign-Off Authority
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Motion by Lisa Liggins to accept the updated information and request the CFO and
Purchasing Director to bring back an update at the first meeting in February. Seconded by
Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
X. FOLLOW UP : None
XI. FOR INFORMATION ONLY : None
XII. ADJOURN : Motion by Chad Fuss to adjourn. Seconded by Keith Doxtator.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 9:42 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:
December 15, 2023
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Accept the December 28, 2023, regular Finance Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Minutes for 12/28/23 & E-Poll
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☒ Other: All areas that require FC
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☒ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
approval
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 04/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☒ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Primary Requestor:
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Revised: 04/25/2023
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INTERNAL MEMORANDUM
TO:
FINANCE COMMITTEE
FROM:
MELISSA ALVARADO, OFFICE MANAGER
SUBJECT: E-POLL RESULTS – FC MINUTES OF DECEMBER 28, 2023
DATE:
12/28/23
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
An E-Poll vote of the Finance Committee was conducted to approve the Finance
Committee meeting minutes of December 28, 2023. The E-Poll and minutes were sent
out today and concluded today. The results of the completed E-Poll are as follows:
E-POLL RESULTS:
The r e w a s a M ajo r it y of 4 FC me mb er s vo t ing t o app ro v e t he De c emb e r
28 , 2 0 23 F in an ce C omm it t e e Me et ing Min ut e s . FC Me mb e rs vot ing
inc lud ed : K e it h Do xt at o r, Je nnif e r Web st e r, C h a d F u ss , an d S a r ah Whit e .
These Finance Committee Minutes of December 28, 2023 will be placed on the next
Finance Committee agenda to acknowledge this E-Poll action. Per the FC By-Laws all
Minutes of the FC will be submitted to the Secretary’s Office once a month for BC
acceptance.
Finance Administration Office
Phone: 920- 869-4325
FAO@oneidanation.org
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FINANCE COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 28, 2023 ▪ Time: 8:30 A.M
Business Committee Conference Room/ Microsoft Teams
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
FC MEMBERS PRESENT :
Larry Barton, BC Treasurer/FC Chair
Jennifer Webster, BC Council Member
Chad Fuss, Asst. Gaming CFO
Keith Doxtator CFO/FC Vice-Chair
Jonas Hill, BC Council Member
Sarah White, Purchasing Director
FC MEMBERS EXCUSED: Lisa Liggins, BC Secretary
OTHERS PRESENT : Shelly Stevens, Kristal Hill, David Emerson, Kimberlee McGeshick-via
Teams, Jim Bittorf-via Teams, Mark W. Powless-via Teams, Todd VanDen Heuvel-via Teams, Louise
Cornelius-via Teams, Maureen Perkins-via Teams, David Jordan-via Teams, and Melissa Alvarado
taking notes
I.
CALL TO ORDER : The FC Regular Meeting was called to order by the FC Chair at 8:27
A.M.
II.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA : DECEMBER 28, 2023
Motion by Chad Fuss to approve the December 28, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting
Agenda with changing the order of the agenda. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion
carried unanimously.
III.
MINUTES : DECEMBER 14, 2023 (Approved via E-Poll on 12/15/23)
Motion by Jennifer Webster to acknowledge the FC E-Poll action taken on December 15,
2023 approving the December 14, 2023 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes. Seconded
by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
IV.
TABLED BUSINESS : None
V.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES : None
VI.
NEW BUSINESS :
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1. Culture Amp – Service Contract
Todd VanDen Heuvel, HRD
Amount: $88,990.00
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Culture Amp – Service Contract. Seconded
by Chad Fuss. Motion carried unanimously.
Amendment to the main motion by Chad Fuss to send a memo to HRD with a
recommendation that upon the results of the employee survey, that the areas devise
actions plans, with implementation to address where the areas may be falling short and
should be looking at were scoring high in order to continue to do that. Seconded by
Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
2. Data Financial – Purchase of Decks of Cards
Lambert Metoxen, Gaming-Table Games
Amount: $112,250.88
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the Data Financial – Purchase of Decks of Cards
in the amount of $112,250.88. Seconded by Keith Doxtator. Motion carried
unanimously.
VIII. DONATIONS / ONEIDA FINANCE FUND:
Report:
1. FC Donation Report – December 2023
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Motion by Keith Doxtator to accept the FC Donation Report for December 2023.
Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
Requests:
1. NATOW – Black Tie Fundraising Gala Dinner Sponsorship Amount: $3,000.00
Requester: Kimberlee McGeshick, NATOW Executive Director
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve from the Finance Committee Donations the request
from NATOW – Black Tie Fundraising Gala Dinner Sponsorship in the amount of $3,000 with
a request to Tourism for a donation item for the live action. Seconded by Keith Doxtator.
Motion carried unanimously.
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2. All That Dance fees (Deferred on 12/14/23 FC Meeting)
Requester: Janice Yglesias for Shaya
Amount: $500.00
Motion by Keith Doxtator to approve from the Oneida Finance Fund the request for All That
Dance fees for the granddaughter of the requester in the amount of $500. Seconded by
Jonas Hill. Motion carried unanimously.
IX.
EXECUTIVE SESSION :
Motion by Jennifer Webster to go into Executive Session. Seconded by Chad Fuss. Motion
carried unanimously. Time: 8:42 A.M.
Motion by Chad Fuss to come out of Executive Session. Seconded by Jonas Hill. Motion
carried unanimously. Time: 8:50 A.M.
1. Legal Services Contract 2023-1217
James Bittorf, Law Office
Motion by Jonas Hill to approve the Legal Services Contract 2023-1217 in the amount as
requested. Seconded by Jennifer Webster. Motion carried unanimously.
X.
ADMINISTRATIVE /INTERNAL : None
XI.
FOLLOW UP : None
XII.
FOR INFORMATION ONLY :
1. Light and Wonder – Lease (4) Cosmic Slot Machines
David Emerson, Gaming-Slots
Motion by Jennifer Webster to accept both Light and Wonder – Lease (4) Cosmic Slot
Machines and the FY24 Blanket PO – Light and Wonder Monthly Lease Payments as FYIs.
Seconded by Sarah White. Motion carried unanimously.
2. FY24 Blanket PO – Light and Wonder Monthly Lease Payments
Lambert Metoxen, Gaming-Table Games
-
See Action in For Information Only #1
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XIII.
ADJOURN : Motion by Jennifer Webster to adjourn. Seconded by Chad Fuss.
Motion carried unanimously. Time: 8:52 A.M.
Minutes submitted by:
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
& Finance Committee Contact/Recording Secretary
Finance Committee Approval Date of Minutes via E-Poll:
_December 28, 2023__
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Review recommendation from the Finance Committee regarding BC Resolution # 04-08-20-K and...
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the FC Memo to the BC – Recommendation to amend or change the BC
Resolution #04-08-20-K
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☒ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ DTS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 04/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☒ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☐ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☒ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Lawrence Barton, Treasurer
Primary Requestor:
Melissa Alvarado, Office Manager
Revised: 04/25/2023
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Oneida Nation
Finance Committee
FINANCE ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
(920) 869-4325
TO: Oneida Business Committee
FR: Finance Committee
DT: 12/14/23
RE: Recommendation to amend or change the BC Resolution #04-08-20-K
During the Finance Committee work meeting held on November 30, 2023 there was
discussion regarding Sole Source and the three-bid process. The Finance Committee is
recommending the Business Committee to amend or change the BC Resolution #0408-20-K Appointing Oneida ESC Group LLC as Nation’s General Contractor for
Construction Projects, to include the three-bid process. The Finance Committee is also
recommending a work team to be formed to create an assessment on the Oneida ESC
Group LLC and its subsidiaries. The work team which the Finance Committee is
recommending should consist someone from Finance (the CFO), Purchasing (the
Purchasing Director), and the three General Managers or their representatives to be part
of the team.
Please feel free to contact Treasurer Larry Barton at ext. 4394 or CFO Keith Doxtator at
ext. 4491 if you have further questions.
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Oneida Nation
Post Office Box 365
Phone: (920)869-2214
Oneida, WI 54155
BC Resolution # 04-08-20-Ki
Appointing Oneida ESC Group LLC as Nation’s General Contractor for Construction Projects
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian government and a treaty tribe
recognized by the laws of the United States of America; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida General Tribal Council is the governing body of the Oneida Nation; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee has been delegated the authority of Article IV, Section 1,
of the Oneida Tribal Constitution by the Oneida General Tribal Council; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Nation is the sole owner of Oneida ESC Group LLC, with the following
subsidiaries MS2 (Mission Support Services), OTIE (Oneida Total Integrated Enterprises),
SRS (Sustainment & Restoration Services), and OES (Oneida Engineering Solutions); and
WHEREAS,
Oneida OESC Group LLC has the resources to provide general contracting in construction
projects for the Oneida Nation which will support and enhance the Nation’s ability to
implement Indian Preference and support employment opportunities for Nation members
and other Native Americans; and
WHEREAS,
the Oneida Business Committee, having reviewed the qualifications, quality of services,
and ability to meet the demands of the Nation’s construction needs, has determined that it
should appoint Oneida ESC Group LLC as the Nation’s General Contractor; and
WHEREAS,
this General Contractor appointment will result in consistency in high quality work product,
consistency in identifying and making available employment and learning opportunities for
Oneida Nation members and Native Americans, and will ease the process of identifying
General Contractors and sub-contractors for construction projects thus speeding up the
review and approval process regarding Request for Proposals/Bids/Qualifications and
negotiating contracts; and
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BC Resolution 04-08-20-K
Appointing Oneida ESC Group LLC as Nation’s General Contractor for Construction Projects
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NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Oneida Business Committee appoints Oneida ESC Group
LCC as the General Contractor for the Nationii.
CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned, as Secretary of the Oneida Business Committee, hereby certify that the Oneida
Business Committee is composed of 9 members of whom 5 members constitute a quorum; 9 members
were present at a meeting duly called, noticed and held on the 8th day of April, 2020; that the forgoing
resolution was duly adopted at such meeting by a vote of 7 members for, 0 members against, and 0
members not voting*; and that said resolution has not been rescinded or amended in any way. This is a
corrected resolution; the resolution number is corrected as noted in the endnote.
____________________________
Lisa Liggins, Secretary
Oneida Business Committee
*According to the By-Laws, Article I, Section 1, the Chair votes "only in the case of a tie."
i The resolution was adopted on April 8, 2020, was numbered in error as 04-08-19-K.
ii The Oneida Business Committee took the following actions at the March 23, 2022, regular meeting:
a)
b)
Motion to interpret BC resolution # 04-08-20-K, Appointing Oneida ESC Group LLC as Nation's General
Contractor for Construction Projects, that Oneida ESC Group LLC, and its subsidiaries, are to be utilized as
general contractor, design/build vendor, and for other construction related contracts to fully utilize the
Oneida Nation owned corporate entity's expertise. Motion carried.
Motion to interpret that BC resolution # 04-08-20-K, Appointing Oneida ESC Group LLC as Nation's General
Contractor for Construction Projects, is applied in the following manner: 1) Where Federal or State Grant
Dollars are resourced, an Acknowledgement and Acceptance/Approval Letter is required prior to expending
3rd Party Grant Dollars to mitigate potential Grant Compliance and Audit findings as CFR 200 is applicable
to the spending of Federal Grant Funds; and 2) Where Tribal Contribution resources (budgeted or
unbudgeted) are utilized, sole source should be applied to procurement solely for services provided by
Oneida ESC Group LLC and its subsidiaries. Motion carried.
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Accept the December 6, 2023, regular Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes
Business Committee Agenda Request
1. Meeting Date Requested:
01/10/24
2. Session:
☒ Open
☐ Executive – must qualify under §107.4-1.
Justification: Choose or type justification.
3. Requested Motion:
☒ Accept as information; OR
Accept the December 6, 2023, Legislative Operating Committee meeting minutes.
4. Areas potentially impacted or affected by this request:
☐ Finance
☐ Law Office
☐ Gaming/Retail
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Programs/Services
☐ MIS
☐ Boards, Committees, or Commissions
5. Additional attendees needed for this request:
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Name, Title/Entity OR Choose from List
Revised: 04/25/2023
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6. Supporting Documents:
☐ Bylaws
☐ Contract Document(s)
☐ Correspondence
☐ Draft GTC Notice
☐ Draft GTC Packet
☐ E-poll results/back-up
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Fiscal Impact Statement
☐ Law
☐ Legal Review
☒ Minutes
☐ MOU/MOA
☐ Petition
☐ Presentation
☐ Report
☐ Resolution
☐ Rule (adoption packet)
☐ Statement of Effect
☐ Travel Documents
7. Budget Information:
☐ Budgeted – Tribal Contribution
☐ Unbudgeted
☐ Other: Describe
☐ Budgeted – Grant Funded
☒ Not Applicable
8. Submission:
Authorized Sponsor:
Jameson Wilson, Councilmember
Primary Requestor:
Clorissa N. Leeman, LRO Senior Staff Attorney
Revised: 04/25/2023
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Oneida Nation
Oneida Business Committee
Legislative Operating Committee
PO Box 365 • Oneida, WI 54155-0365
Oneida-nsn.gov
LEGISLATIVE OPERATING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
Oneida Business Committee Conference Room-2nd Floor Norbert Hill Center
December 6, 2023
9:00 a.m.
Present: Jameson Wilson, Marlon Skenandore, Jennifer Webster, Kirby Metoxen, Jonas Hill
(Microsoft Teams)
Others Present: Clorissa N. Leeman, Grace Elliott, Carolyn Salutz, Keith Doxtator, Brooke
Doxtator
Others Present on Microsoft Teams: Michelle Tipple, Wendy Alvarez, Rhiannon Metoxen, Mark
W. Powless, Maureen Perkins, Carl Artman, Eric McLester, Jo Anne House, Katsitsiyo Danforth,
Kristal Hill, Krystal John, Mark A. Powless, Matt Denny, Peggy Helm-Quest, Todd Vandenheuvel,
Barbara Webster, Fawn Cottrell, Janice Decorah, Kaylynn Gresham, Rae Skenandore
I.
Call to Order and Approval of the Agenda
Jameson Wilson called the December 6, 2023, Legislative Operating Committee meeting
to order at 9:00 a.m.
Motion by Jennifer Webster approve the agenda; seconded by Kirby Metoxen. Motion
carried unanimously.
II.
Minutes to be Approved
1. November 1, 2023 LOC Meeting Minutes
Motion by Jennifer Webster to approve the November 1, 2023, LOC meeting minutes;
seconded by Marlon Skenandore. Motion carried unanimously.
III.
Current Business
1. Audit Committee Bylaws Amendments
Motion by Kirby Metoxen to accept the Audit Committee bylaws amendments and
legislative analysis; and forward the Audit Committee bylaws amendments to the O
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